Page 8 – Create, Dream & Inspire

21
Apr
2016

Where has this month gone?

Ok, so I need to get on board with Blogging A LOT more! I mean between school, work, sports and the flu??? UGH! I’m just barely feeling a little better!

Geez I truly had not meant to be MIA for this long! BUT I do have LOTS to share and I’ll be sharing a little bit every day!

1st up is this SUPER cute “Mini” Rag Tag Quilt blanket and a Crinkle toy that I made with Sponge Bob Fabric! Love how bright the fabric is! I just need to wash it a few times to start the ragging process. I had this fabric left over from making my daughter a Rag Quilt Purse. I’ve got some more goodies up my sleeve!

Until my next share thanks for stopping, have questions please ask and as always….

Happy Craftin’
Yvonne Metz

09
Mar
2016

Reversible Pet Bandanas

categories: Pet Projects

Hey Crafters,
So here’s another quick and super easy project!

I’m getting ready to send this to my Daughter for her Dog and Cat. Had to use my 4 legged baby for a Model but looks like I’ll have to make her one too! I think this turned out really cute and I LOVE the fact that it’s reversible.

My Model was actually being very patient. She really wanted her treat.
Below is another picture of the small one and the big one. I sure hope the small one fits the Cat. If not she can put it towards her back like a cape! LOL! I’m sure she will.

Their are endless fabric combinations for these! Easter, Fourth of July, Halloween, etc.. Oh yes MANY possibilities for sure! I’m sure I’ll be adding a few of these to my Etsy shop also.

As always thanks for stopping by and if you have any questions please leave a comment! I’ve got some more things to share and a really cute crochet project I’m working on too!

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz

03
Mar
2016

March already???

categories: Sewing Items

Boy where does the time go? I tell you finally things are slowing down for me! My son had something going on just about everyday of the week except for Fridays! Between school basketball and recreational basketball AND Baseball??? Yikes…..Calgon take me away!

So I wanted to share a few items I’ve been working on! Hey it’s not Crochet this time! I’m not much of a sewer BUT I’ve made a few easy Baby Quilts – Well I pulled out my machine again and dusted it off! After I saw some super cute curtains my cousin made. Here are the items I made…..SUPER FUN!

A Farmers Market or Grocery Tote bag! I am SUPER in LOVE with these bags! This is my 3rd bag I’ve made! Love the fabric. My daughter already marked it as hers!

Found the YouTube Video on this and just new I had to make it! PLUS there are so many other EASY items to make! For a beginner like me – that’s important! LOL!

But one of my very 1st projects was this REALLY Easy Cosmetic Bag from So Sew Easy – the name says it all!

This is actually my 2nd Cosmetic Bag I made! I’m really liking how they turn out! Another YouTube video. You can find the pattern HERE and the video too!

Well I’ve got more items that are in the making both crochet & sewing related that I’ll share a little later! I’m sure these will be popping up in my Etsy store very soon since I kinda bought some more Yummy Fabric! Questions? Please don’t hesitate to ask!

Thanks for stopping by and as always Happy Crafting!
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.

04
Feb
2016

Baby Bear Lovey

categories: Crocheted Loveys

Well as I mentioned before I added a new item to my Lovey Collection! I had a customer ask for this sweet bear! It was my first time making one and I have to say I’m pretty happy with her! What do you think of the New Sleepy Bear Lovey? I’ve got a few more coming out soon!

I may just have to try out some different color combinations too! Any suggestions? I’m thinking I need to add a baby boy bear too! HMMM…..maybe with a baseball cap? Well as always thanks for stopping by!
Happy Craftin’
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.

30
Jan
2016

What’s been on my hook?

categories: Crocheted Hats

Happy Saturday all!

Well I’ve had several things on my hook this month! I’m loving this Crocheted Cable Style Beanie! I’ve added a this Grey one in my Etsy shop and will adding more in different colors. There will also be a slouchy version coming too! Perfect for Skiing! I’ll be sharing a new Lovey Blanket that I made for a customer tomorrow. It’s Super Cute!
Thanks for stopping by and as always,
Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz

07
Jan
2016

Super Sweet Shark Slippers

categories: Baby Items

Happy Thursday All! Well I’m pretty please with how these Shark Slippers came out! My friend had posted them on my Face Book timeline and I just new I had to make them!
What do you think? I know something other then a Mermaid Tail Blanket right?!

Working on a Shark Hat next! It’s almost done. Just need to add the eyes. Of course I’ll have to make a Shark Blanket too right? I mean it just wouldn’t be right if I didn’t!

For my crochet friends out there I bought this pattern on Etsy. Here is the LINK.

The are pretty tedious BUT I really like how they turned out. I’ll be adding to my Etsy shop very soon!
Thanks for stopping by and as always.

Happy Craftin,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.

03
Jan
2016

Doll Size Mermaid Tail Blankets

categories: Blankets, Pattern

So here are my 18″ Doll Size Mermaid Tails I created! I was totally inspired by MJ’s Off the Hook Creations as I mentioned in another post! I LOVE how fast as easy these are to work up! I’ve had some of crochet friends test the pattern for me and made a few changes and it’s ready! So here is it FREE for all my “Hookin’ Friends” to enjoy!
PATTERN: 18 inch Doll Mermaid Tail Blanket Pattern If you have any problems loading it from here please let me know.

These will fit an American Girl doll or any 18″ Doll plus I’m sure it will for sure fit those little blessings that decide they want to come into the world just a little sooner they are suppose to!

Don’t crochet and want to Order? Check out my Etsy Shop Link to the right. Order a matching one for your “Sweet Little Mermaid” how cute to have matching ones! I’ve added many new sizes to my shop. I’ve got new colors coming too!

Thanks for stopping by and I’ll be sharing some more goodies very soon!

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz
Vista, Ca.

02
Jan
2016

Happy 2016 Crafters!

categories: Blankets, General

Hello all and Happy 2016 – I have to say the last month of December was a blur for me! I literally was bombarded with Mermaid Tail Orders ALL month LONG! OH and a craft fair at the beginning of the month too! BUT I was able to get ALL my orders done!
Here are the 1st two that sold! These are Child Sizes in Lavender Blue & Ocean Tide!

I’ll share more a little later along with a Doll version I created using the same pattern. Which is from MJ’s Off the Hook Designs. It’s an AWESOME pattern which can be found on Ravelry.com. Also quick and FAST to make up. Which is always nice! Well need to get my Xmas decorations put away so I’ll have the rest of the day to play! Thanks for stopping by and come back a little later as I’ll be sharing more goodies and the Best Christmas Gift I got!

Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz

23
Nov
2015

Mermaid Tail Blankets everywhere

categories: Blankets

Well I’ve been super busy with an upcoming craft fair! I shared in my last post the Mermaid Tail Blanket that I made. Well I’ve made 3 more since that you can see 2 of the colors below & the pink one is sold. I’ve been getting many requests to purchase them and am adding to my Etsy shop later today! If you are local to me and would like to purchase one you can purchase directly from me using the Paypal link below. But get your orders in no later then DECEMBER 10th, 2015 in order to have it for Christmas. As you can see in the pictures below there is one with a solid color and one that is all the same. You can choose which one you want.

IF you are NOT LOCAL please go to my Etsy Shop. (Link on the right) I currently am working on 2 orders. ***The prices are for the Chunky Yarn shown in the POST below this one. The colors I have are below and I have most on hand except Nobility. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me via email: yvonne@yvonnemetz.com

13
Nov
2015

What’s been on my Hook

categories: Blankets

Hey all! So it’s been crazy busy over here. I’ve been getting ready for a Craft Fair I’ll be in very soon and time is just ticking away! Plus I’m really looking forward to seeing my Daughter and Son-In-Law in a few weeks!! Looking forward to that!

On to what I’ve been working on –

SO I’ve been seeing all these GORGEOUS Mermaid Blankets in a variety of colors and finally I broke down and made one!

I absolutely LOVE how this came out! So as you see mine is Black & Grey well I’m representing “Ursula” which most know is from the “Little Mermaid”.

I had a lot of this yarn and well that’s the first thing that popped into my head! So right away I thought I’ve got to do the Evil Mermaid! LOL!

Extremely happy with how it turned out! Below in the next picture is the back of it. So you see how to get into it! Talk about warm & cozy???

What do you think? I know I’m for sure going be making more! In colors of course! With the Holiday’s just around the corner these would make GREAT gifts! If you are interested I will take orders. I’ll be adding to my Etsy Shop very soon!

If you are a crocheter looking for this pattern you can find it HERE! It’s a great pattern and super easy to work up! Questions? Please comment here!

As always thanks for stopping by and Happy Craftin’,
Yvonne Metz

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